OBS vs. NBS
November 10th, 2016, 9:51 AM
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OBS vs. NBS
Hello all,
New to the forums and Chevy/GM but have been wrenching for a long time.
I'm searching for my first Suburban and I have a question on generation/models. I know I want a 4WD model, I'm leaning towards a 3/4 ton (2500) and I'm currently looking for a 1996-2006, meaning my search spans two generations.
I'm finding as many (meaning as few) of one or the other and the mileage numbers don't seem to vary too much (considering the difference in years).
Any super compelling reasons to choose GMT400 (meaning OBS, 1996-1999) over GMT800 (NBS, 2000-2006)? I know the engines are different (454 vs. 6.0L/8.1L) but for my limited towing needs any/all will do the job.
I read elsewhere (but still need to verify) that the frames changed 'considerably' between the two generations, any truth to that? Anything else to consider? Thanks
O.
New to the forums and Chevy/GM but have been wrenching for a long time.
I'm searching for my first Suburban and I have a question on generation/models. I know I want a 4WD model, I'm leaning towards a 3/4 ton (2500) and I'm currently looking for a 1996-2006, meaning my search spans two generations.
I'm finding as many (meaning as few) of one or the other and the mileage numbers don't seem to vary too much (considering the difference in years).
Any super compelling reasons to choose GMT400 (meaning OBS, 1996-1999) over GMT800 (NBS, 2000-2006)? I know the engines are different (454 vs. 6.0L/8.1L) but for my limited towing needs any/all will do the job.
I read elsewhere (but still need to verify) that the frames changed 'considerably' between the two generations, any truth to that? Anything else to consider? Thanks
O.
